Project Superintendent

Rieth-Riley Construction Co.; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits

Job summary

Rieth-Riley Construction Co. in Gary, IN, is seeking a seasoned Construction Project Manager to plan, direct, and oversee heavy highway and site development projects from start to finish.

You will coordinate schedules, manage field teams, ensure compliance with drawings and specs, monitor costs and safety, and deliver projects on time and within budget. Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in heavy highway and site development preferred.
• Experience with asphalt, concrete, excavation, and underground utility construction required.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Must have good organization skills.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
• Leadership and problem solving skills are essential.
• Self-motivated; ability to work independently.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement schedules and work plans for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with Customers and project team members to manage job schedules and address construction issues.
• Direct field personnel and ensure work conforms to drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and quantity reporting.
• Prepare submittals, change orders, and pay requests as assigned.
• Resolve or contribute to resolving construction problems.
• Monitor daily costs, time sheets, and equipment usage.
• Ensure safety program compliance and document corrective actions.
• Coordinate withQuality Control and Equipment to support craft activities and schedule.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Organization

Independent work

Adaptability

Job description

Join Rieth-Riley and help our team Pave the Road to Success! Rieth-Riley is a team of motivated, highly qualified individuals who are committed to the success of every project. The employee owners at Rieth-Riley proudly remain dedicated to moving forward. It's the way we think, the way we act - the way we approach every asphalt , concrete , bridge, and all construction projects. We are a 100% employee-owned company. So, we truly think like owners and take personal pride and care in every project we construct.We offer competitive wages and an excellent fringe benefit package.

SUMMARY

For assigned projects, plan, and direct construction operations to ensure successful completion of contract work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and implement schedules and work plans for assigned projects
• Communicate with Customers and project team members to coordinate job schedule, changes and address any construction issues that arise
• Provide direction to field personnel and ensure all work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedules
• Ensure project documentation and quantity reporting is accurate and complete
• Develop submittals, change orders, and pay requests as assigned
• Resolve or participate in resolving construction problems
• Review and evaluate daily costs, time sheets, truck and equipment usage
• Monitor employee compliance with safety program requirements, and document and ensure corrective measures are implemented
• Coordinate and cooperate with other departments (i.e., Quality Control, Equipment) to ensure that all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc. are in place to support craft activities and project schedule

Qualifications

• Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in heavy highway and site development preferred
• Experience with asphalt, concrete, excavation, and underground utility construction required
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Must have good organization skills
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment
• Leadership and problem solving skills are essential
• Self-motivated; ability to work independently
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer – It is the policy of Rieth-Riley to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizen status, and/or any other applicable legally-recognized protected class under local, state, or federal law.

Individuals with disabilities that require reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact Rieth-Riley's Human Resources Department by phone [phone] or by email [e-mail] .

It is the policy of Rieth-Riley to assure that applicants are employed, and that employers are treated during employment, without regard to their veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizen status, and/or any other applicable legally recognized protected class under local, state, or federal law. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training. Further, Rieth-Riley will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the religious observations and practices of employees, unless to do so would cause Rieth-Riley an undue hardship.

You are making application for employment with a company that takes its safety, environmental, drug and alcohol, and anti-harassment (including sexual harassment) policies very seriously. You should understand now that if you are hired, your failure to follow these policies could result in your immediate termination.